Articles tagged “CEO”

Make sure your CEO is aware that the decision to hold off on booking an event will mean limited availability, lower attendance, a stressed-out staff — and big bucks. 

The leadership reset points to a company preparing itself for a more scrutinized phase of growth.

It starts with a foundation of trust, layered with a mix of interesting people, exclusive experiences, and the promise of potential business.

Belmond is renovating its classic luxury hotels rather than playing the game of scaling up fast.

IHG CEO Elie Maalouf discussed his growth strategy, focusing on Asia and Middle East expansion, luxury travel trends, and other key efforts.

Yotel has the backing, the pipeline, and the owner pitch. Its new CEO Phil Andreopoulos is tasked with turning that into disciplined, profitable growth.

Motel One says it has carved out a profitable niche by leaning on design flair, prime locations, and rate discipline. New private equity money from PAI is fueling its expansion plans.

All-inclusives are carrying Hyatt’s growth story. What’s less clear is how much ownership Hyatt wants over the distribution platform that drives those bookings.

On today’s pod, hotel CEOs discuss U.S. disappointments, IATA’s boss criticizes fuel supply lines, and Starwood’s founder warns big chains.

CEO Chris Nassetta thinks there's a reasonable chance that the Trump Administration will achieve many of its policy goals, which he believes will help reduce uncertainty later this year.